TrialNet Clinical Center Infrastructure Support

The University of South Florida (USF) is conducting an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) with Advertisement Number 2025-111-ITN-PRO for TrialNet Clinical Center Infrastructure Support, specifically targeting infrastructure capabilities to support clinical research studies. The procurement seeks a vendor capable of providing comprehensive support for TrialNet Clinical Centers, enabling active participation in scientific research agendas and supporting participant recruitment, enrollment, and follow-up processes. Sealed bids will be received through the USF Sourcing Portal until 3:00 PM EST on May 28, 2025, with the initial ITN opening scheduled for 4:31 PM on April 1, 2025. Interested proposers must register and submit bids exclusively through the USF Sourcing portal, with complete bid specifications available on the USF Procurement Services website. Key objectives include facilitating clinical center infrastructure, supporting scientific research methodologies, and enabling oversight of TrialNet studies at affiliate sites. All questions regarding the solicitation should be directed to Michael Hernandez from USF Procurement Services via email, with the Department reserving the right to reject any bid or accept minor irregularities in the state's best interest.

The solicitation emphasizes participation from Certified Business Enterprises and provides accessibility accommodations for individuals with disabilities. As an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmation Action Institution, USF appears to encourage proposals from diverse vendors, potentially including minority-owned, women-owned, or disadvantaged business enterprises. Physical bid documents can be sent to 4202 E Fowler Ave SVC 1072 Tampa, FL 33620, offering alternative submission methods. While specific award values are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement suggests a comprehensive infrastructure support contract for clinical research capabilities. The solicitation covers Hillsborough County, Florida, and appears focused on supporting medical research infrastructure through a competitive negotiation process. The contract seems designed to provide flexible, comprehensive support for clinical research centers, with potential for significant institutional impact in medical research coordination and participant management.